Mulgildie

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Mulgildie
Queensland
Mulgildie is located in Queensland
Mulgildie
Mulgildie
Coordinates Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found.
Population 114 (2006 census)[1]
Postcode(s) 4630
Location
LGA(s) North Burnett Region
State electorate(s) Callide
Federal Division(s) Flynn

Mulgildie /ˈmʌlɡɪldi/ is a town in Queensland, Australia. The town is located 497 kilometres (309 mi) from the state capital, Brisbane. At the 2006 census, Mulgildie had a population of 114.[1]

History

A Mulgildie receiving office opened in 1902 and closed in 1905. Mulgildie Post Office opened on 6 January 1925, was renamed Mulgeldie in September of that year, reverted to Mulgildie in 1945 and closed in 1991.[2]

In the centre of Mulgildie stands the sculpture of the Mulgildie Bunyip. Tourists are encouraged to visit the Bunyips watering hole approximately 10 minutes drive from Mulgildie. A place renowned for strange bubbling and churning waters and the subsequent disappearance of livestock.

References

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